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Independents for Canberra call for review of justice system

The Independents for Canberra say that the criminal justice system failing both victims and offenders in the ACT.

A Certain Justice: Recidivism and rehabilitation in the ACT

Attorney-General Shane Rattenbury says the ACT is on track to reduce recidivism by 25 per cent by 2025 - but Inspector Richardson disagrees.

ACT politics bulletin: Tuesday 3 September

The final sitting week of the ACT Legislative Assembly's current term begins - and the Greens and the Liberals have Labor in their sights.

Two people rescued from stranded yacht off NSW south coast

Two people have been rescued from a 19-metre yacht that was stranded off the NSW south coast, with both believed to be uninjured.

ACT politics bulletin: Monday 2 September

ACT Greens' drug harm and animal welfare policies. ACT Labor's plans for inner Canberra. FOGO. Heritage paths.

Trees fall across Canberra after strong winds

Strong gusts across the weekend and through Monday have brought trees down around Canberra, with the ACT State Emergency Service receiving more than 35 requests for assistance.

Firefighters respond to fire north of Canberra Airport

A 200 x 200 metre grass and bushfire has started near Majura Road, north of Canberra Airport.

Canberra musician defined by dreams, not disability

To the naysayers who told Tim Murdoch - who was born with Cerebral Palsy - that he’d never make it in the music industry, well he’s about to release his ninth single and has just collaborated with five-time ARIA award-winner Rick Price.

Opinion: Skills shortages are killing Canberran small businesses

Independents for Canberra candidate Leanne Foresti calls for the government to help small businesses struggling with high costs and a skills shortage.

ACT politics bulletin: Friday 30 August

ACT Labor and ACT Greens announce election commitments; squabbling over gambling; sportsground plans changed.

One-way ticket, Canberra or bust

The chassis was made in Brisbane and the body was made in Melbourne but by golly our old, blue-and-orange Action buses are 100 per cent Canberran and since 1987, they’ve driven the equivalent of 75 times around the planet.

Inmate dies at Alexander Maconochie Centre this morning

ACT Policing are investigating the death of a 34-year-old man at Alexander Maconochie Centre (AMC) this morning.

Sneha KC’s Vision for Yerrabi/ACT

Sneha KC, a nurse and community advocate, is running under the Independents for Canberra banner, determined to bring fresh solutions to pressing issues facing Yerrabi and Canberra – the community she has called home for more than a decade.

Ceremony to honour Canberra’s athletes

To honour Canberra's Olympians and Paralympians, a special ceremony will be held at Floriade on Tuesday, 17 September.

ACT politics bulletin: Thursday 29 August

Paddle boats return to the Lake; parties make election commitments; and more legislation passes the ACT Legislative Assembly.

Wedge-tailed eagle ‘Reggie” joins Canberra paragliding club

Next time you’re stewing in peak-hour traffic, look up because you might spot a smug paraglider soaring alongside a wedge-tailed eagle named Reggie.

Politics bulletin: Wednesday 28 August

Elizabeth Lee vs. Yvette Berry: ACT government allegedly wasting money and breaking promises; city stadium; and more.

Opinion: The Canberra Liberals’ genuine plan to make our city safer

Peter Cain MLA says the Canberra Liberals will boost the police force, build a stronger justice system, and make Canberra safer for all.

ACT politics bulletin: Tuesday 27 August

The ACT Greens promise light rail two years before Labor. The Canberra Liberals want a review of assistance payments. And more.

Strong Independents query ACT Government’s ‘cost of loving’

The Strong Independents argue that the government must publish key government performance figures in monthly newsletters.

Narrabundah’s ‘love island’ attracts rare white peahen

An extremely rare white peahen has joined Narrabundah’s famous peacock colony (Charmaine), while a loner peacock has settled in at Mugga Lane Tip (Andrew), where Narrabundah’s peacocks are thought to have originated 30 years ago.

ACT’s 10-year roadmap for environmentally friendly buildings

The ACT Government has released the Sustainable Buildings Pathway to achieve net zero emissions in buildings and make them climate resilient.

ACT Labor’s plan for Belconnen

ACT Labor has announced a $20 million election commitment package to renew infrastructure and services in Belconnen.

Opinion: ‘Andrew Barr must go’, says Independent for Canberra

Dr Vanessa Picker won’t support Andrew Barr as Chief Minister, but remains open to supporting a Labor Government. The Belco Party differs.

Pet of the Week: Astrid the Russian Blue

In this edition of Pet of the Week, we meet Astrid the striking Russian Blue, a funny lady who loves a shenanigan.

Monaro Highway closed after three-vehicle incident

There has been a three car motor vehicle incident at the intersection of the Monaro Highway and Old Cooma Road. 

Rescue a Lonely Heart: Dixie

CD's Lonely Heart column lets local hear from some creatures from local animal welfare organisations who are looking for forever homes.

New park celebrating Ngunnawal culture opens in Watson

A new neighbourhood park recognising local Ngunnawal culture through artwork and nature is now officially open on Aspinall Street in Watson.

Next step for South Tuggeranong Health Centre

The new South Tuggeranong Health Centre in Conder has reached another milestone with the Development Application being publicly notified.

Proposal for new Stromlo nature reserve

A minor plan amendment is being prepared to create a nature reserve at Block 403 in Stromlo, and the undeveloped areas of Block 12 Denman Prospect.
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